Description
Summary:
Join a busy civil crew as a Drainlayer, performing trenching, pipe laying, and installing key infrastructure while collaborating with skilled tradespeople.
Highlights:
1. Long-term role with clear pathway to permanent employment
2. Opportunities to lead and support the team on site
3. Career growth with training & development opportunities
We're looking for a skilled, reliable Drainlayer to join a busy civil crew working across Wellington. This is a long-term role with a clear pathway to permanent employment for the right person. Depending on your experience, you may also have opportunities to lead and support the team on site.
Key responsibilities:
* Getting hands-on with trenching and pipe laying
* Trenching, spotting, and working safely around excavators
* Reading drainage plans and ensuring work runs efficiently
* Installing key infrastructure like stormwater, sewer, and water mains
* Working alongside skilled tradespeople, subcontractors, and project managers
What we can offer:
* $30 - $45 per hour + PPE provided
* Full time work, Monday to Friday
* Variety of civil works and locations
* Temp to perm pathway with well-established contractors
* Career growth with training & development opportunities
What we're looking for:
* NZ Drainlayer qualification/certification
* 2+ years of hands-on civil drainage experience
* Full Class 1 Driver Licence (2, W, T, R endorsements a bonus)
* Ability to read and interpret technical plans
* Competent using drainage tools and machinery
* Reliability, motivation, and a strong team mindset
Keen to get started? Give Lee-Tara Thoresen a call on 021 243 1568, or apply online using ref: LT77796